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Elevated Scholars Learning Academy

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
1440 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
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Capacity
19 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information

📞 (835) 273-9203
1440 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19146
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254120
License Issued
Mar 31, 2026
Expired
Sep 30, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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Elevated Scholars Learning Academy is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 19 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.105 - High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.105

Description: High Chairs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 facility did not have any highchairs.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before reopening, the facility will obtain an appropriate highchair with a wide base and T-shaped safety strap for use when a child in care requires a highchair.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the refrigerator temperature read 50°.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The refrigerator was adjusted to maintain food at 45 degrees F or below and an operating refrigerator thermometer is maintained inside the unit.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not include a fee agreement.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1's file will be updated to include a completed fee agreement signed by the operator and the parent, and the agreement will be retained in the child's record.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not specify date of admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1's agreement will be updated to specify the child's date of admission and the completed agreement will be maintained in the child's file
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current adult health assessment, including the required physical examination and tuberculosis documentation, will be obtained for staff person #1 and placed in the staff file before that person returns to a childcare position.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include two written nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Two written, nonfamily references attesting to suitability will be obtained for each cited facility person and maintained in the appropriate staff file before the center reopens or the individual works in care.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not have documentation that emergency plan training was received.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan training was completed with facility staff and the training date and names of staff who received the training were documented and placed in the facility file.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the emergency plan was not posted in the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current copy of the emergency plan was posted in a conspicuous location in the facility.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 operator had not sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of the emergency plan was sent electronically to the applicable local municipality and county emergency management agency, and documentation of submission is maintained with the emergency plan.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, identified as the director, hired (see code sheet) contained a PA criminal clearance dated 5/19/21 and child abuse dated 6/3/21 which is more than 60 months old. The file for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain a signed disclosure statement.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The only acceptable plan is for staff person #1 to be removed from a childcare position at the facility.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.33(d) - General requirements for facility persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(d)

Description: General requirements for facility persons

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not include pediatric first aid and pediatric cpr training certificate.

Correction Required: One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training certificate for staff person #2 will be obtained and placed in the staff file before the center reopens. No children will be in care unless a qualified facility person is present.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 director was not present and cannot work in a childcare position due to CPSL violations.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility is currently closed. Before reopening, the operator will ensure that a qualified director who meets all regulatory and CPSL requirements is employed and scheduled to be present at the facility at least 30 hours per week.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61

Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 room #2 was observed being used as storage instead of measured childcare space.

Correction Required: Measurement and use of indoor child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before reopening, room #2 will be cleared of storage and returned to its approved use as measured childcare space. If the room is used for storage in the future, it will not be counted or used as childcare space.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 there were no handwashing signs posted in the bathroom.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing signs stating that hands must be washed after toileting and before eating were posted at the required bathroom/toilet and sink locations.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 provider unable to produce documentation that fire drills were conducted every 60 days.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drill documentation was updated and placed on file to document the facility fire drills.
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 evacuation routes were not posted in the facility.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation routes were posted in conspicuous locations in the facility as required
2026-07-22 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/22/26 provider was unable to test fire detection system. Annual testing documentation was dated 5/23/25.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before reopening, the fire detection system will be tested, and current annual testing documentation will be obtained and maintained at the facility
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's written policies on shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Revise and submit the facilities policies to include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment policy will be amended to include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment. A written copy will be submitted.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire or within the past 24 months. (#2) (#3-corrected)

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. Obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment for the identified staff persons. Ensure that staff health assessments are completed within the required timeframes as specified in this regulation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment for the identified staff persons. We will ensure that staff health assessments are completed within the required timeframes as specified in this regulation.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: One facility person's health assessment did not include written verification of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method within 12 months prior to the date of initial employment in accordance with 3270.151(a). (#1)

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Obtain and submit written documentation from the staff person's physician verifying negative Manotux TB testing within 12 months prior to date of initial employment. Ensure that facility persons' health assessments include written verification of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method within 12 months prior to the date of initial employment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person will complete TB testing and submit written verification of negative Manotux TB testing. We will ensure that facility persons' health assessments include written verification of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method within 12 months prior to the date of initial employment.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including lock down. shelter-in place and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. Amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down and shelter locations away from the facility. Submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down, shelter-in place and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when arises/Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when arises/Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Revise and submit a copy of the facility emergency plan to include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will revise and submit a copy of the facility emergency plan to include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan did not explain the emergency procedure (lockdown and accommodations) to the plan as required in 3270.27 subsection a.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Revise the letter given to parents to ensure that it explains the emergency procedures/ and updates to the plan as required in 3270.27 subsection a. Submit a copy of the revised letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will revise the letter given to parents to ensure that it explains the emergency procedures and updates as required in 3270.27 subsection a. We will submit a copy of the revised letter.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Director qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Director qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a qualified director. The record of the person identified as the facility director did not contain written verification of education and experience for their director position.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Obtain and submit written verification of education and experience for the identified staff person. Ensure that all staff records have written verification of education and experience for their positions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain and submit written verification of education and experience for the identified staff person.
2026-02-13 Initial review 3270.80(a) - Three steps handrail Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.80(a)

Description: Three steps handrail

Noncompliance Area: The rear playroom stairs had three steps and lacked a handrail.

Correction Required: Inside and outside stairs with three or more steps shall be equipped with a handrail. Install a handrail. Submit written verification of the installation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will install a handrail. We will submit written verification of the installation.

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